Boeing 767
"The Widebody Workhorse"
The reliable wide-body that opened up transatlantic travel!
About the Boeing 767
The Boeing 767 was the first wide-body twin-engine jet approved to fly long ocean crossings. Before the 767, regulations required 3 or 4 engines for overwater flights. The 767 proved two engines were safe enough, opening up cheaper transatlantic routes for everyone.
Cool Fact!
The 767 helped make flying to Europe cheaper for families by proving two engines are enough for ocean crossings! 🌊
Fun Facts ✈️
The 767 was the first twin-engine jet allowed to fly long ocean routes (ETOPS approval).
It's been used as a military tanker aircraft (KC-46) for the US Air Force.
The 767 has a 2-3-2 seating layout — wider than a 737 but narrower than a 777.
Delta and United use 767s on many transatlantic routes to Europe.
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